Free tour
Nara Essential-Free Tour: Great Buddha and Secret Corners
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Guru: Akiyo
Registered on 17 November 2025
Hello! I'm Akiyo. I studied Spanish at university and worked as a translator (Spanish-Japanese) for over 7 years. I love seeing visitors enjoy my city, Nara, so I'd like to accompany you as your guide and share its history and charm with you.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Let's meet up at the Gyoki Statue Fountain at 9:30am, just outside exit 2 of Kintetsu Nara Station (not JR Nara Station). From there, we will start our adventure exploring Nara's must-see spots, strolling through charming and authentic streets. Along the way, you can try local street food if you like :) and enjoy interacting with deer!
This tour is perfect for the first-time visitors who want to experience Nara's culture, history and local life in a relaxed and memorable way. Visit famous temples and shrines, wander hidden corners and discover the unique charm of the city at a comfortable pace.
- Kofukuji temple
- Kasuga-Taisha shrine
- Todaiji temple
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
27 Higashimuki Nakamachi, Nara, 630-8215, Japón
Meet up at 9:30 a.m. at the Gyōki Bosatsu fountain, just outside Exit 2 of the Kintetsu Nara station. (Note: this station is NOT JR Nara, please make sure to come to Kintetsu Nara.) https://maps.app.goo.gl/UhAG5diGebb17Kzh9
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Outside visit
Kofukuji
An ancient Buddhist temple in Nara, known for its iconic five-story pagoda and long history connected to the Fujiwara family.
2
Outside visit
Kasuga Taisha
A historic Shinto shrine in Nara, famous for its thousands of stone and bronze lanterns.
3
Outside visit
Todaiji
A famous temple in Nara known for the Great Buddha, one of the largest bronze statues in the world.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
